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$1,595,000

Beds
4
Baths
4.0
sq ft
3,412

1636 Mount Pleasant Rd, Villanova, PA 19085

1636 Mount Pleasant Rd

VILLANOVA, PA 19085

  • 10 days on market
Enter a home of timeless elegance and unparalleled charm with this exquisite stone colonial, perfectly situated on the scenic, country-like stretch of Mount Pleasant Road. This 4-bedroom, 3 full, and 2 half-bath masterpiece is in the Pennsylvania farmhouse style, where historic character meets modern luxury. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the home’s stately presence and serene surroundings. The expansive grounds, lush with meticulously maintained gardens and a tranquil Japanese fishpond, provide a perfect backdrop for this one-of-a-kind residence. Here, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to offer an unparalleled living experience, making it a rare gem on the Main Line. The main level welcomes you with a bright, open-concept family room that flows seamlessly into the kitchen, flanked by a sun-filled breakfast room and a den. The living room, featuring a large window bench, is a peaceful retreat for bird watching or reading, with doors that open to a covered porch—perfect for hosting friends or enjoying a quiet evening. The dining room, with its own French doors leading to the patio, provides an elegant space for gatherings. Upstairs, the primary bedroom suite is a serene escape, complete with a Juliet balcony overlooking the lush, private backyard. The additional bedrooms are equally inviting, each with unique views of the surrounding greenery, enhancing the home's natural connection. The third-floor suite adds versatility as a guest room, a teen's private retreat, or a home office. This space, like the rest of the house, has been meticulously updated, including new windows, new plaster and paint, and a rebuilt septic and drip system. The lower level is finished with fitness and recreation areas, a powder room and laundry, and 2-car garage. Outside, the expansive flagstone patio, which has been completely re-seated, and beautifully maintained gardens invite you to unwind amidst nature. The property also boasts a recently renovated Japanese fishpond with a working waterfall, adding to the tranquil ambiance. Extensive landscaping has introduced a new grass clearing to the backyard and lined the driveway with forsythia, river birch, and butterfly bushes. The home has recently undergone numerous thoughtful upgrades, ensuring both functionality and aesthetics. These include a 3/4" jumbo cedar roof with 50-year protection, 20-gauge copper flashing on the front pent, valleys, and rear dormer, European 6” 20oz copper gutters with oversized downspouts, and Velux triple laminate skylights in the sunroom, and a state-of-the-art Bosche HVAC system with 3 zones has just been installed. The chimney has been repointed and flashed with copper, and new chimney toppers with rain hats have been installed. All downspouts lead to new underground storm laterals utilizing ‘schedule 40’ PVC pipes that daylight far from the building footprint in the pachysandra. A 20kw generator, new security system with surveillance cameras, high-grade mechanicals, replaced storm windows, newer septic and sump pump with battery backup will ensure your comfort and peace of mind at all times. The property by also features a new electrical sub-distribution panel, majority Lutron Decora outlets and switches, Panasonic exhaust fans with copper roof vents in all baths and upgraded gas service capacity with the meter moved outside the home. The driveway has been resealed, and significant tree work has been done to enhance the property’s natural beauty. This Villanova gem offers a unique opportunity to live in a home where every detail has been carefully considered, combining the charm of a classic fieldstone colonial with the comforts of modern living. It’s more than just a house—it’s a place to create memories, enjoy nature, and live life to the fullest.

Details

Property type

Single Family Residence

Est. home value

$1,358,870

Lot size

1.19 acres

Price per sq ft

$468

Year built

1959

Annual property taxes

$18,306

HOA

No

Price History

10/03/2024
Bright

Bright #PAMC2115624

Listed
$1,595,000
+31.82%
08/16/2021
Bright

Bright #PAMC696320

Sold
$1,210,000

Schools & Community

Elementary school: 

Unknown

Middle school: 

Unknown

High school: 

Unknown

School district: 

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Seller’s Loan History

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Lender

Trumark Financial Cu

Loan start date

December 2021

Original loan amount

$122,600

Est. remaining balance

Not provided

Interest rate

3.05%

Loan type

New Conventional

Seller

Donald R Hinkle and Christopher M Brown

Source: Public records data

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How insights can help you

Interest rate

If the seller has a low interest rate, they may be tempted to rent the property out if they can't get the price they have in mind.

Motivation

If the seller already got a job in a different city, they may feel pressure to sell quickly to free up cash for a new home.

Equity

If the seller stands to receive a large amount of cash when they sell the property, they might be willing to negotiate on the offer price.

Interested in learning more?

Status: Active

Tomo last checked: 10/07/2024 at 8:35 AM

Listing updated: 10/04/2024 at 7:56 PM

Listed by: Robin R. Gordon, BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford Phone #: (610) 649-4500

MLS: Bright #PAMC2115624

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